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Schoolmates - posted by Regina on Sun 07 Sep

	William, thank you for your note, and I most certainly do remember Selwyn Norris. Joe Reader who was raised by my Grandmother of course is related. I talk to him from time to time. He lives outside of Stafford. Bert keeps in touch with him, since he is still very interested in Cricket. Would you be interested in a picture of this old girl for your web page.? Bert runs in to some old school mates etc, who wish to be remembered to me.zrjqv

Regina - posted by William 1 on Sat 06 Sep

	Hello Regina,Selwyn Norris who used to go to school with you wishes to be remembered to you,do you remember him ?,he used to live in Cross St. Remember we talked about Joe Reeder, I have discovered from Selwyn that he his still alive and living in Stafford.

Stonefield Park - posted by William 1 on Thu 04 Sep

	Sept 4th Thursday evening Stonefield Park,well organized children's ball game with the Park Ranger taking part,well done the organisers

Politics - posted by Regina on Sun 31 Aug

	Bill, some of us wonder here about the lavish style of living and the really tremendous size homes that are built.. There's quite an uproar about the price of gasoline, because, this country is huge, and folks have these gas guzzler vehicles, and have to drive 6o miles and more to work and then come back again. What the US does definately affects the global economy. Our next President has a monumental job ahead just to revive even the sentiment that exists. Glad to know you are still around

Politics - posted by William 1 on Sat 30 Aug

	Yes Regina I follower the campaigns for President of America and I guess a lot more people do because what they do effects this country. I don't know how many people are out of work but no one is starving and people ride around in motor cars and go abroard for there holidays even if they are on benifits. HOW DO WE DO IT?.

Politics - posted by Regina on Sat 30 Aug

	Has anyone showed even a slight interest in the campaigns for President here in the US.? I pay attention to British politcs, and I'm sorry to hear of Margaret Thatchers Illness. I don't know if it's a taboo subject, but shared thoughts are interesting, as long as they are not being vicious. Someone mentioned there are 3 million homes in the UK in which no one works. It seems like an awful figure in such a small country.

DODD 70 old rd - posted by CAROL DICKSON (Nee DODD) on Wed 27 Aug

	Does anyone remember my parents Ann & Harry Dodd who owned the shop at 70 Old Rd Stone previously owned by the Ferries. The shop had stood empty for a few years when my parents bought in 1949/1950, my dad also had a mobile shop/bread round and was well known around the Walton, Coppice, Lichfield Rd & outlane areas in Stone. My parents ran the shop until mum passed away in 1995, dad carried on until September 1996 when due to failing health he had to close down. Dad passed away in 1998. The property was sold and is now flats. Does anyone remember me? (I know that Bill remembers dad as he contacted me over a seperate matter a while back and mentioned that he remembered my dad).

so pleased - posted by ann jowitt on Sun 24 Aug

	good morning margaret ,sorry to hear about your sad time over the last year,keep your chin up ,thinking of you ,ann

OK Anne - posted by Margaret on Fri 22 Aug

	Thank's for enquiring about me Anne.I'm O K but have had to cope with a Number of Berevments Both Family & Special Friends over the last year so emotions have been all over the place ! I still often look In to Stone place & Always Enjoy the Messages Thanks Again Anne.Sincerly Margaret

Answer to your question - posted by William on Fri 22 Aug

	No I haven't, and that's OK with me. I couldn't add much anyway

Adam Bowles - posted by William 1 on Thu 21 Aug

	Regina have you heard from Adam Bowles?.

are you ok - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 21 Aug

	hi margaret are you keeping well,i do hope so,i have not seen anything on this sight from you for a while,hope your back problem is not holding you back

Eaves - posted by Jennie on Tue 19 Aug

	I doubt there is anyone in Stone that would have record of your relatives since 1902. Perhaps if you can bring a few names forward to the 40's someone may have a little information

researching family - posted by shirley shepley on Sat 16 Aug

	my father, William Hendy Eaves was born in Stone in 1902. He went to school at St. Dominic's. He left in 1923 to come to Canada. Any information I can get about him and his family will be greatly appreciated

Stone - posted by Jean on Fri 15 Aug

	Try William Clarke's pages,

local history - posted by danny lyons on Wed 13 Aug

	I am researching my family history and have discoversed that a large number came from stone.I was wondering if any of your readers would ne interested and able to answer some general questions on stone and its history Thanx

have computer? - posted by Friend of Stone on Wed 13 Aug

	sign in for "peggiesplace.com " there's plenty to chose from for everyone.

goodmorning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 11 Aug

	hi margaret are you ok

AG - posted by william 1 on Wed 06 Aug

	Regina your email address as been forwarded to Adam Bowles. Bill

AG - posted by william 1 on Tue 05 Aug

	No Regina I know you don't like your email being known to everyone

AG - posted by Regina on Mon 04 Aug

	William do not post my address on this page

Grandson of A G - posted by Regina on Mon 04 Aug

	Bill I don't have a whole lot to tell Adam Bowls. I have been away along time, I guess it would be alright. to pass along the address.

St Michaels Church - posted by ARLENE SNAPE on Sun 03 Aug

	Can anyone let me know the times of the church services

Joules Brewery - posted by William 1 on Sun 03 Aug

	Thank you Regina for your infomation the person who his inquiring about Arthur Greenstreet is his grandson Adam Bowls, may I give him your email address?,he would be delighted to talk to you. Regards Bill

mary daniels - posted by julie on Sun 03 Aug

	there is a mary daniels that sounds like the person you are looking for she know lives on the priory esate in stone and is married with children i am guessing she must be in her 50,s i know she used to work at the crown hotel in stone but not sure if she still does. hope that helps

frederick shelley/mary daniel - posted by linda collins on Sun 03 Aug

	DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY MEMORY OF THESE 2 PEOPLE, THEY LIVED IN OLD ROAD STONE AND MARY DANIEL WAS THE DAUGHTER OF LICENCEES OF SEVERAL PUBS IN STONE. (RESEARCHING FAMILY HISTORY).

Ferrie - posted by Regina on Sun 03 Aug

	There were two ferrie shops, one on the New Castle Road, at the bottom of Margaret Street and one on Old Road. I don't remember the horse and cart, but the two younger girls of the Ferrie family on New Castle Road were Aileen and Margaret, both deceased. There is another older sister I'm not sure if she is still in Stone. perhaps married and her surname would be different. Perhaps later on I might be able to answer your question.

answer to William - posted by Regina on Sun 03 Aug

	I do indeed remember Arthur Greenstreet. He was the b rother of Sydney Greenstreet the Actor. As chubby as Syndey was, Arthur was tall and thinner. He came into the Billing Office quite often, and talked to me. I don't know whether he was a share holder or just a friend of the Boss. Interesting that someone should ask about him after all this time.

Joules Brewery 1940's - posted by William 1 on Sat 02 Aug

	Does anyone remember a Arthur Greenstreet who was a brewer at Joules Brewery during WW11?.

ferrie - posted by catherine turner on Sat 02 Aug

	hi , dos anyone have any information on the ferries of stone , i believe it may of been my grandad or great grandad who had a horse and cart ,and the horse was famous for stopping at every pub , would be great to hear from someone

good morning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 01 Aug

	hi margaret ,hope you are keeping ok and have recovered from the fall you had . ann

Seighford - posted by Regina on Thu 31 Jul

	Hello Alan, I understand that the area you speak of is now an Industrial Park. There is a Company there name "Selwood Plant Hire". They have Industrial machinery, Road Rollers, Cranes and Compressors, I guess for rent. Bert does not rememeber you at Seighford but at Farnborough. Is this helpful? E Mail on the way.

Seighford Airfield - posted by Alan on Tue 29 Jul

	Quite some years ago I worked for Boulton Paul aircraft at Seighford airfield,modifying Lightning fighter aircraft. Can anyone tell me what happened to the airfield as I know it closed shortly after I left. Thank you, Alan Selwood(Old Stoney)

GOOD - posted by ALA OWERRI on Tue 22 Jul

	THIS IS AN INTRESTED SITE WITH LOT OF ARTICLES TO READ.KEEP THE GOOD WORK.

Changes to my query - posted by Pat Akerblom on Sat 12 Jul

	Asked if anybody had heard the story of my g grandmother Jane BRANDRICK , formley HASSALL nee DAVIS getting knocked down and killed by a buggy while going to buy a loaf of bread. Now know the year was 1919 when she died. Buried at Stone. My g grandfather died when he was was 34 and not 46 as an old family member had told us. Maybe it was him! Thought I would see if there is any family out there or anyone that knows before I buy a certificate. Such a great little site and wish we had one in our home town in New Zealand

John Moss - posted by Noel Buckley on Fri 11 Jul

	I am trying to make contact with an old friend. I knew him during the late 60's early 70's when I spent my summer holidays in Stone, around Oak Road, Priory Road. John lived at 99 Priory Road. I havent spoken to him since around 1971 or 1972. Should anyone know him please give hime my details. Thanks, Noel

web page - posted by jill wood on Sat 05 Jul

	only found out today from the Mayor that we had such an excellent web site,well done keep up the good work. we missed the festival this year for the first time,but looking at the excellent photographs helped us to see what we had missed.

St. Michaels Church - posted by Betty Robinson on Sat 05 Jul

	Could anyone please tell me how to get in touch with St. Michaels Church. I am trying to obtain information and I can't find an E-mail or mailing address. Thank you so much for any help. Betty Robinson

memories - posted by kenneth hinks on Fri 27 Jun

	i was born in st vincent rd in1943 to jim and margaret hinks but moved back to coventry in 1948.now live in devon . wondered if anyone remembers our family.

Reply To Alan - posted by Barry Jordan on Thu 26 Jun

	Hi Alan. I have just read yoyr message. I did send an EMail to your home address. But obviously it failed. I will try later as it would be good to check how our lives have developed over all these years. Where have they gone? Anyway Margaret keeps in touch also my sisters, so that helps. Hope to contact you at your EMail address. Regards Barry.

address - posted by regina on Thu 26 Jun

	Thanks William, It comes across my screen as dear, not clear, even now is is too close to call. Alan did get back to me also

E-mail addy - posted by Alan Selwood on Thu 26 Jun

	Margaret. I don't have Barry's e-mail address or I certainly would have mailed him. My address is ... bobalsel@yahoo.co.uk If you would pass this onto him I will definitely respond,to you as well if you would care to use it, as it's more private. Regards, Alan.

To ALAN - posted by margaret on Wed 25 Jun

	hope all is well with you thers been no news of you for ages, Had Email from Barry today.He said he has'nt heard from you yet.Thats a shame after reuniting you both after os many years .Im sure you have many memories to share.Best Regards from Margaret

Email Test - posted by William Clarke on Wed 25 Jun

	Regina,I have been in touch with Tony Hurford, his email is working correctly. William

Search for a friend - posted by Chia-hao Chang on Tue 24 Jun

	Greetings all. I met a little girl named Penelope Miller in Hong Kong almost 50 years ago. She wrote me a Christmas greeting in 1970, which mentioned that she had moved back to Walton, Stone. After that I had been moving from place to place and lost contact with her. Incidentally I found this Blog site and wonder if anyone in Stone knows Penelope and has any recent information about her?

address problem - posted by regina on Mon 23 Jun

	I sent another E Mail, it was also returned, as unknown address and I added the co.before the nz, which I think stands for Country.

hill and bates - posted by regina on Sun 22 Jun

	I returned your E Mail, but it was rejected immediately at the address posted. It's better you disguise your address in some way rather than post it on the internet. Perhaps William can advise you.

looking for - posted by dee adcock nee williams on Fri 20 Jun

	hello i am deirdre adcock nee williams,i am trying to trace anyone that would remeber me.i used to live in mount road for 21 years,iam trying totrace anyone that used to either work or attend melbourne nursery mount road,or granville secondary modern in old road stone,i have old photos of these,but it would be nice to get in touch with someone that i could reminice with cheers dee adcok

Hill and Bate families - posted by Tony Hurford on Fri 20 Jun

	It is Great news to get replys to my-mail. My e-mail address is hurfords@clear.net.nz

Hill Family - posted by Regina on Fri 20 Jun

	I knew Betty, and I also knew she was living in Wales. I can probably furnish you with a lot of information about the Bate side of the family, and following on to my generation and beyond. I am interested to learn more.

Arthur and Sarah Hill family - posted by Regina on Fri 20 Jun

	My Grandmother, Anne Heeley was the sister of Sally Hill. I do have some information on the genealogy line, quite a bit in fact. Let me know how I can forward the information I have. I am in the US.

Arthur and Sarah Hill - posted by Tony Hurford on Thu 19 Jun

	I an Tony Hurford, Arthur Hill and Sarah ( Bate ) Hill are my grandparents,they lived at 61 Victor Sstreet,Stone. my father married Betty Hill 1944 when my mum died.my Mum is now living in Wales, I am doing Genealogy On the Hill and Bate familey, I do have a photo of them when they were going to his sons wedding. Tony Hurford. n.z.

goodmorning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 17 Jun

	hi margaret hope you are keeping well , not a lot been said on the message board for a few days,come on you good people of stone share your news

Rowan Stump - posted by John Yearn on Wed 11 Jun

	Emma, As I haven't had a response, I assume you didn't get my email.I knew your father when I lived In Walton between 1945 and 1957 both from St. Michael,s which I attended and from the Stone 5th Walton Cubs and Scouts of which I was a member. I also remember Walton Grange and the Barrett Greens. They had an old indoor swimming pool there which they agreed the scouts could use provided they cleaned it up, which we did. Since leaving Stone in 1957 I have moved around a bit but have spent the last 30 odd years in Cheshire which is not too far from Stone, so we go there sometimes on a nostalgia trip. Sorry to see that St Michael's is no longer a school and Walton Grange has gone. I hope you and your father enjoy your visit to Stone. Best regards, John

Pictures - posted by William Clarke on Sat 07 Jun

	Regina pictures received thank you

Betty Morans friends from 1930's-1940's - posted by Betty Robinson on Sat 07 Jun

	I am trying to obtain information about my mother Betty Moran who lived in Stone 1923-1945. Here are the names of some of her friends. Do any of these ladies or gentlemen still live in Stone? Phyllis Dix Lizzie Bott Edna Bailey Jean Wall Joan Downing Ersla Wiggins Audrey Plant Phyllis Smallwood Nellie Banks Desi Langley Billy Warrilow Joey Botts Percy Watson Douglas Venables I would be so grateful to hear from any one of these. Thankyou for your help.

Pictures - posted by William Clarke on Thu 05 Jun

	Hello Editor Lee,you did promise to allow me to upload my pictures onto your web site and link your site to mine,what's happened?.

Pictures - posted by William Clarke on Thu 05 Jun

	Looking forward to receiving your pictures Regina

Reply to Greeting - posted by Pedant on Thu 05 Jun

	Please is only a small word - but it does help if it is used

greeting - posted by Taylor whitehouse on Thu 05 Jun

	put more picz of the steeple chase

Pictures - posted by Regina on Wed 04 Jun

	William, I had a chat with my Grandson earlier about the pictures I sent over, he says he hasn't had time. No doubt he will take time now that I gave him a boost. Anyway someone was asking about a picture of the Cattle Market. I do not have one, but I found one in a book of England, and so I am forwarding it . It may serve as a reminder of what many cattle markets looked like. The picture of the group has to be at least 70 years old. It is not in the best condition, but copied it was still viewable.

STONE - posted by emily towey on Mon 02 Jun

	hiy i'm from walton priory i'm doin a project on stone any tips?

family research - posted by pat akerblom on Mon 02 Jun

	hi from new zealand.Great site,great find.My grandfather,Charles Hassall was born in 1880,at 7 Wise st Stone.He came to NZ in 1906 and my grandmother Sarah Elizabeth Cope born in Longton 1879 arrived in NZ a year later and married soon after. Grandads parents were William Hassall, died aged 46ys. His wife Jane (nee Davis) remarried Herbert Brandrick. They had a son born in 1897 and was told she went out to buy a loaf of bread in the fog and was knocked down by a buggy and was killed. I do not have a date but believe she is buried in Stone.Has anybody heard this story. Maybe someone is related.

Rowan Stump - posted by Emma Stump on Sun 01 Jun

	Hi everyone! Just a message to ask whether anyone on here remembers my father Rowan Stump (b. 1939) who lived in Walton up until about 1952 and went to St Michael's School, or his parents, Fred (who worked at Swinnertons) and Dorothy (or Beck as she was commonly called) who worked at Trent House Hospital? Dad (who isn't computer-literate, sadly) and I are planning a trip to Stone later this year and I came across this site and thought it would be interesting to see if anyone remembered him/his parents. He certainly remembers Walton Grange and the Barrett-Green family mentioned elsewhere here. Dad was a member of the local Cubs/Scouts and we have a picture of him being made a Sixer - also a picture of him and a hallful of kids at a party/gathering (in the Community Centre?). And I don't know if anyone remembers his performance as King Herod at St Michael's one year, delivering the memorable (unscripted) line "I'll bash you, Baby Jesus!" Thanks in anticipation of your responses!

The Croft - posted by Heather Holley on Sun 01 Jun

	This is my first visit to this site. I lived in Eccleshall Road (next to Lamb Inn) from 1952 - 1963. My dad, Arthur Johnson had a milk retail business and owned the cottage opposite our house. Behing this cottage a new doctor's surgery was built. My aunt and uncle (surname Buxton) lived at no 30 and almost opposite them was "The Croft", at that time owned by Mr & Mrs Ball. I cannot remember it being a Nursing/Maternity home. I was born in Peacehaven at Knennal and the owner I believe to be a Nurse Chattin. Another Forum item was about Emmy and Katy Smith who had a shop in or near Victor Street. They retired to near Eastbourne and lived in the same street and my auntie Tizzie (Wright nee Dawson). When I stayed with her as a child I often visited Emmy and Katy Smith. I now live in Turkey and would be keen to contact anyone who remembers me or my family.

Car Boot Sale - posted by John Sayer on Fri 30 May

	Lucy, Just turn up on the day - but not before 8.00 am as you probably won't get in!

car boot sale - posted by lucy on Fri 30 May

	can anyone do the car boot on Sunday or do you have to book a place?!

Car Boot Sale - posted by John Sayer on Fri 30 May

	Helen, Just turn up on the day - but not before 8.00 am as you probably won't get in!

No pictures. - posted by Regina on Fri 30 May

	Well, I need to make another phone call to see what happened. I also have to find other pictures, but I am up to my neck with this Afternoon tea party on June 14th. Wish I could share some of the cookies (sweets) and the scones. I found a great book at our Library with recipes from posh hotels in England and here in the US, so I have a great selection to choose from. Next will be "cherry and white chocolate" sounds good to me. will advise later about the pictures

Pictures - posted by William Clarke on Thu 29 May

	No Regina I have not received any photo's from you only a email with text only referring to a photo,obviously no photo attached

pictures - posted by Regina on Thu 29 May

	William, did you receive pictures transferred electronically from me? I know the first time they were sent they did not go through, so we tried again. Maybe another mistake.

Old Students - posted by William 1 on Wed 28 May

	Well said Regina

Old Students - posted by Regina on Wed 28 May

	Tony , I get the feeling you are still smitten. I think by this time perhaps sleeping dogs should stay asleep.

Car boot sale - posted by Helen Parr on Tue 27 May

	Does anyone know if we have to book a place at the car boot sale on Sunday 1st june or do we just turn up? and if we just have to turn up, any particular time? Many Thanks Helen.

chilton family of stone staffordshire - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 27 May

	sorry william i ment to say,what would we do with out you

salt - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 27 May

	hi again william thank you for the information ,what would we do with you ,

Chilton - posted by William Clarke on Mon 26 May

	Ann the village of Salt is 1 mile from Sandon and Sandon is about 3 miles from Stone

Field House School Girls - posted by Tony Jones on Mon 26 May

	Hi Regina. Wondered if you ever had that conversation with your brother about Jean Glover/Turner and my other fellow pupils at Miss Bellis' ?

chilton - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 26 May

	hi william,its not the name salt, but the place salt ,is there aplace called salt near stone,with kind regards ANN

Stone - Pool House - posted by george on Sun 25 May

	Doing a bit of genealogy and have a great grandmother born at Pool House, Stone in 1862. (Fanny Goodwin) dau of Thos and Hannah Goodwin (nee Bailey). Any ideas or info re Pool House or family names would be much appreciated. Geo.

Stone - Pool House - posted by george on Sun 25 May

	Doing a bit of genealogy and have a great grandmother born at Pool House, Stone in 1862. (Fanny Goodwin) dau of Thos and Hannah Goodwin (nee Bailey). Any ideas or info re Pool House or family names would be much appreciated. Geo.

Salt family.To Ann - posted by William Clarke on Sun 25 May

	I have not heard of a Shallcross family living in Stone,but I new of three Salt family's living here.

hello - posted by ann jowitt on Sun 25 May

	has every one gone away for the bank holidays

chilton family of stone staffordshire - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 24 May

	hi william i was wondering if you could let me know if there is a salt in staffordshire ,and if so does any one know of the shallcross family, it has come up on my family tree,late 1800s,i am most gratefull ,thank you william

bus company - posted by caroline owen on Wed 21 May

	I am looking anyone that remembers George Brown who owned browns coaches based in the boat yard crown street in the 1930's to 1960's the coaches used to have waltonian on the side,is daughter is looking for any photos of the buses and of her dad George Brown, he was a local man born in 1910 where is parents owned/run the swan inn. PLEASE CAN YOU HELP.

daniel basham - posted by kevin on Tue 20 May

	does anyone know of and the where abouts of daniel basham, urgent !

The Den/ Festival Car Boot Sale - posted by jill hood on Tue 20 May

	Thanks for the huge response in donating items forour car boot sale. I have now been offered transport for all the stuff we've been given.I have to own up to an eror in my previous posting on the forum! The Festival Car Boot sale is Sunday June1st. Please carry on donating your unwanted items.

Heeley - posted by Regina on Sat 17 May

	William----- I think Joe Reader had brothers. I know one was named Fred. It seems to me as I weighed through my "Archives" last night that he possibly had other brothers also. I met Betty and Edna Reader over here. Kenneth Heeley, was married to Audrey Tams, and he passed away in 2000. David, his son married Glenda Pur